5 Starter Products For Sex-Toy Newbies

More than 50 percent of women have used a vibrator at some point, and if you're one of the half who hasn't, there's no time like the present to get started. But with all the options out there these days, the prospect of picking out a sex toy can get a bit overwhelming.

The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health's Erin Basler, M.Ed., recommends buying a few cheap ones at first to see what works for you before investing in something more expensive and lasting. Adam and Eve's resident sexologist Dr. Kat Van Kirk agrees. "I suggest starting a few different toys with a lower price point so that when you do find the stimulation that works best for you, you can feel good about anteing up in order to buy a higher end version that will last," she says.

There are a few products, however, that have a pretty guaranteed return on investment and can give you a point of reference for further exploration. Here are some sex toys of different varieties that you might consider trying out if you haven't used one before.

1. The We-Vibe Tango​This strong, waterproof, rechargeable bullet vibrator can deliver sensation directly to a spot on the clitoris or provide more diffuse stimulation with eight settings. It also can fit into other toys to give them a powerful vibration, says Basler.

2. The nJoy Pure WandThis classic stainless steel dildo has two ends you can alternate between to stimulate the G-spot to your liking. They can be cooled and warmed easily if you want to experiment with temperature, says Basler. It's also a great way to start exploring female ejaculation.

3. The A&E G-Gasm Delight G-Spot VibeThis one is good for women who are more responsive to vaginal stimulation than clitoral stimulation, says Van Kirk, though you can also use it on your clitoris. It's seven inches long, waterproof, and easy to use: You just twist the bottom for speed adjustments.

4. The We-Vibe NovaSince rabbit vibrators have to take two body parts into account, it's hard to find one that matches the distance between your clitoris and vagina, says Basler. But since the top part of this one is movable, it'll bend to meet your clitoris as you use it.

5. The Big O Multi-Stage Vibrating Penis RingIf you want to start off with a toy you can use with your partner, this one can help get you off during sex, says Van Kirk. That way, you'll both be in on the action.

Everyone will have their own preferences with sex toys, and you might even be in the mood for different ones at different times. But these should provide a nice starter selection to find out what you like. Once you know what works for you, new possibilities can open up in the bedroom both with and without toys.